The Home

The cottage overlooks downtown Juneau and is also moments away from some of the best trails in town. A full kitchen, laundry, cable and fast internet give you all the conveniences, and off-street parking makes you the envy of our neighbors. 12% TAX IS INCLUDED IN LIST PRICE.

There are two living spaces: the Fiddlehead and the Canopy. Each has two bedrooms, one with a queen-sized bed and one with two twin beds.

The spaces are listed separately and rented through AirBnB. You will need to check the website to get the best prices and availability. Here are the links:

This two-bedroom, fully furnished and equipped apartment is available year-round. Located in a quiet, historic downtown Juneau neighborhood, it’s only minutes walking from downtown shopping, historic gold mines, and boreal rainforest hikes. It offers B&B comfort with vacation rental independence. It’s great spot for families and couples traveling together. Because the apartment has a full kitchen and dining room, our guests have the option to “eat in.” Guests consistently comment on how comfortable they were during their stay because the apartment is so home-like.

Guest access

You’ll have access to all the standard kitchen equipment: pots, pans, toaster, coffee maker, microwave. The unit comes with cable television and fast internet. You will enjoy your own laundry facility.

Location, Location, Location

Here are some fun videos to give you a sense of where the Cottage is in relation to downtown Juneau and the trail system. Shot by a Juneau business: Last Frontier Arial.

The Canopy Apartment

At some point in its 150 year history, the house was converted into two apartments. They each take an entire floor, and each require some steps up. There are two bedrooms, one with a queen size bed and one with two twins.

The Canopy apartment is on the upper floor, so there are more steps to negotiate.

In the Canopy, the queen bed is in the bedroom on the street side, so it is much lighter during long summer evenings.

Another view of the main room.

A view of the main room. The television swings out from the wall when needed.

The Fiddlehead Apartment

At some point in its 150 year history, the house was converted into two apartments. They each take an entire floor, and each require some steps up. There are two bedrooms, one with a queen size bed and one with two twins.

The Fiddlehead apartment is on the lower floor.

In the Fiddlehead, the queen bed is in the bedroom on the hillside, so it is much darker during long summer evenings.

What people are saying.

These reviews weren’t “cherry picked” – they are just the last 19 reviews that we received on our AirBnB site as of the publishing of this website.

Katrina

Highly recommended! The apartment was easy to get to, clean and well stocked with necessities and even additional things such as shampoo/conditioner, laundry detergent and cleaning supplies that were very helpful during our stay! The location is great, right at the top of Basin Rd, which allows you to access some hiking trials without needing to drive. The walk to downtown is short in distance, but definitely a bit more challenging heading back! The hills are a bit tough but nothing a comfortable pair of shoes can’t handle. The set parking spot is a huge bonus, as the roads are narrow and decent with traffic. We stayed with 6 comfortably, 2 in each room and 2 on the pull out couch. The bathroom has a double vanity and is big enough to share which was great. Great place to stay, wonderful location, and easy communication with Rhonda. I would definitely recommend anyone traveling to Juneau to pass on the hotel/motels and opt for something like this.

Caitlyn

This rental is ideal for people who want to be in town and won’t be spending much time at home. It was great being able to walk into restaurants and to the downtown area but keep in mind that it is a serious haul back to the house. Our 65 year old parents opted to Uber for $6 from town and we found ourselves trying to only go out once a day to avoid the hill climb with our toddler. The place is fairly clean and does the job (having a kitchen is plus given food prices in Juneau) but there’s no place to enjoy the outdoors which when you have such a great view seems like a big loss. Great access to hiking trails and cool community vibe.

Janhvi

A great house that is located in almost between of the mountains. A long walk but view is good.

Laura

Rhonda was awesomely helpful pre-arrival with ideas for hikes. Her place is perfectly situated for those who want to hike right out the front door ! Could not have picked a more perfect location.

Carol

Our stay at the rainforest cottage was idyllic. The location is up on the hill above downtown Juneau, an easy walk to downtown and all the shops and restaurants and the wharf, but also quiet and right up next to the beautiful Tongass rainforest. You can go for a morning run down the flume, stop home for a shower and brunch, then walk into town for some culture. There is also a wonderful organic grocer a few blocks away. The space is hip and comfy, very clean, there were lovely flowers in the window planters, the kitchen was well-equipped, and the bed linens were divine. Plus, my kids were totally spoiled with the wifi. Rhonda is so sweet and accessible, but of course gives you plenty of privacy. I would stay here anytime I am visiting Juneau.

Barbra

This could not have been more perfect! Rhonda was so responsive when I goofed up the lock. She didn’t miss a beat and fixed the problem I caused while keeping our belongings safe and did not delay us from our appointment! It was just stellar! I’d book here again in a heartbeat. SO accessible to town – walkable – yet so close to a nice rural walk. Quaint.

Raven

Perfect location near to town, in s quaint historic neighbourhood, tucked away with lovely mountain views with sounds of a nearby waterfall. It had everything we needed, and the host Rhonda was responsive and very helpful. Wish we could have stayed longer!

Debra

This is a wonderful location and the host is superb. No issues at all during our stay. She was very communicative and eager to make sure all went smoothly. Would definitely stay here again!

Philippe

The location is good, near the downtown and restaurants. Just be ready to walk up hill (not bad though). The layout of the place is good, with a nice kitchen table for meals. The kitchen has all the basics. It easily sleeps 4 peoples in one queen and 2 single beds. Possibility to use the sofa-bad but it is located in the living room and near the bathroom passage. The place was very clean.

Rose

Great location, the apartment has everything you need.

Kevin

My friends and I stayed at the Rainforest Cottage over the last week as our place of stay for a friend’s wedding. It was everything a group of 6 could need to help make the stay better! We stayed in the Fiddlehead Apartment; it was cozy and quiet. All in all, if I decide to visit Juneau again this will be the first place I check!

Jason

Very nice place to stay. Very clean and updated interior. Location is great for access to the downtown area and it’s close to some very popular walking trails.

Laurie

It’s an excellent location with street parking. The place was very clean and well stocked. Trail heads and the town is in walking distance using a car only for trips into the valley.

Annika

This place has a wonderful location right near several great trails in juneau. It’s only a short 10 minute walk to downtown, is stocked with everything you might need during your stay, and is comfortable and quiet. Definitely recommend the rainforest apartment.

Paul

The cottage was in a great quiet location, a short distance up the hill from downtown, and near hiking trails. We walked downtown on several occasions. Though we are walkers and did not mind the hill, elderly or those of limited mobility may prefer to drive it. Rhonda was a fine host. We did not meet in person, but she responded very quickly to communication by email and text when needed. The amenities were as described, and the cottage was clean.

Bert

Great place to stay with trails to walk just down the street.

Kristen

Great place for our stay in Juneau.

Jason

We were in Juneau while playing at the Alaska Folk Fest. The house was perfect for us! It was a short walk to everything we wanted to do and provided a quiet place to rest after long nights of playing music. It also allowed easy access to hiking trails during the day. Rhonda was very communicative and the place was super clean. Thanks again!

Pamela

We stayed in the downstairs, Fiddlehead, apartment for one week and loved it. All of our communication was quick & accommodating. This location is the real, genuine Juneau and perfect for the traveler looking for access to an urban or wilderness vacation. Large dining room table was great for family meals. The quiet neighborhood & hot shower was a great respite after our days of skiing, shopping, & basketball tournament games.

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Rates and Availability

We list the property on AirBnB. If you want to check rates or availability, you’ll need to use the links below: